Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Senior Construction Estimator

Location: Wrightstown, New Jersey
Job Type: Full-Time
Workplace: On-site
Salary Range: Based on experience

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Construction Estimator to lead the preparation of competitive and accurate cost estimates for federal government construction projects across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware. Our construction company specializes in commercial and government contract work, with a significant focus on projects located at U.S. Air Force bases.

The Senior Construction Estimator will review construction drawings, specifications, and bid documents; perform detailed quantity take-offs; analyze labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs; and develop comprehensive bid proposals. This role requires close collaboration with project managers, the Vice President of Operations, mechanical and electrical estimators, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure estimates are accurate, competitive, and aligned with project requirements.

The ideal candidate will have strong construction estimating and cost management expertise, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to interpret complex construction specifications and government contract requirements. Experience estimating federal construction projects, military installations, or other government-funded projects is highly desirable.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced estimator to take ownership of the bidding process, contribute to strategic pricing decisions, and support the continued growth of an established construction company.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead estimating activities for federal government and commercial construction projects.

• Review construction drawings, specifications, scope documents, and bid requirements to determine project costs and resource needs.

• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and estimates covering labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and other project expenses.

• Analyze federal construction specifications, contract requirements, and applicable bidding procedures.

• Solicit, review, and compare supplier and subcontractor quotations to develop competitive bids.

• Coordinate with project managers, operations leadership, and mechanical and electrical estimators to validate estimates and resolve scope discrepancies.

• Prepare comprehensive bid proposals, cost breakdowns, pricing summaries, and supporting documentation.

• Identify potential project risks, cost variations, exclusions, and opportunities for value engineering.

• Maintain accurate estimating records, pricing databases, and documentation of assumptions.

• Support budgeting, cost control, and project handover activities following successful bids.

• Manage multiple estimates and bid deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in construction estimating, preferably at a senior or lead estimator level.

• Strong knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, quantity take-offs, labor productivity, material pricing, and cost estimation.

• Experience preparing competitive bids and evaluating subcontractor and supplier quotations.

• Understanding of construction methods, materials, project budgets, and cost management.

• Strong analytical, numerical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills when working with project managers, operations teams, subcontractors, and suppliers.

• Proficiency with construction estimating software, spreadsheets, and related project documentation tools.

• Ability to work on-site and manage multiple bid opportunities under tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience estimating federal government construction contracts.

• Experience working on U.S. Air Force base, military installation, or other government facility projects.

• Familiarity with government construction specifications, bidding procedures, and contract documentation.

• Exposure to mechanical and electrical construction estimating.

• Education or technical training in construction management, civil engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field.

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual salary: Depending on experience.

• Company vehicle and company credit card for business-related needs.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Employer contribution toward employee-only medical insurance, covering 50% of the premium.

• Company-paid life insurance.

• 401(k) profit-sharing arrangement.

• Potential year-end bonus based on company performance; not guaranteed.

• Vacation benefits.

Work Location and Project Scope

This is an on-site position based in the Mount Laurel / Wrightstown, New Jersey area. The estimator will support federal government construction bids across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware, with the majority of projects located in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.

We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.

Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.

We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.

We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.

Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.

As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.

Company Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.\r\n\r\nWe’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.\r\n\r\nOur Services\r\nW3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.\r\n\r\nWe specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.\r\n\r\nWe are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.\r\n\r\nOur Expertise\r\nW3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.\r\n\r\nAs a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.

Job Tags

Similar Jobs